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Spinal Injuries Seminar

Spinal injuries involve damage to the spinal cord or surrounding structures, affecting motor, sensory, or autonomic functions and can lead to serious complications. They can be traumatic or non-traumatic, with common causes including accidents and falls, and require careful diagnosis and management. Nurses play a vital role in assessment, care, and education to improve patient outcomes.

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Spinal Injuries Seminar

Spinal injuries involve damage to the spinal cord or surrounding structures, affecting motor, sensory, or autonomic functions and can lead to serious complications. They can be traumatic or non-traumatic, with common causes including accidents and falls, and require careful diagnosis and management. Nurses play a vital role in assessment, care, and education to improve patient outcomes.

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Spinal Injuries

• Presented By: Abhyudit Bless


• Course: B.Sc Nursing, Semester 3
• Date: (Add Date)
Introduction
• Definition:
• Spinal injuries refer to any damage to the
spinal cord or surrounding structures, leading
to temporary or permanent changes in motor,
sensory, or autonomic function.

• Importance of Topic:
• - Affects mobility and quality of life.
• - Can lead to life-threatening complications.
Anatomy of the Spine
• Structure of the spine:
• - Regions: Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacral,
Coccygeal
• - Components: Vertebrae, Intervertebral discs,
Spinal cord, Nerves

• (A diagram can be added for clarity)


Types of Spinal Injuries
• Traumatic:
• - Caused by accidents, falls, sports injuries,
etc.

• Non-Traumatic:
• - Resulting from infections, tumors,
degenerative diseases.

• Based on severity:
Causes and Risk Factors
• Common Causes:
• - Motor vehicle accidents
• - Falls
• - Violence (e.g., gunshot wounds)
• - Sports injuries

• Risk Factors:
• - Age, osteoporosis, pre-existing spinal
conditions
Signs and Symptoms
• - Loss of movement or sensation
• - Pain or pressure in the back or neck
• - Difficulty breathing or coughing
• - Loss of bowel or bladder control
Diagnosis
• Clinical Assessment:
• - Physical and neurological examination

• Imaging Studies:
• - X-rays
• - CT scan
• - MRI
Treatment and Management
• Emergency Management:
• - Immobilization using a spinal board or
cervical collar
• - Prevention of further injury

• Medical Management:
• - Medications (e.g., steroids to reduce
inflammation)
• - Surgery (e.g., spinal decompression,
Complications
• - Paralysis (Quadriplegia/Paraplegia)
• - Pressure sores
• - Respiratory issues
• - Infections (e.g., urinary tract infections)
Nursing Role in Spinal Injuries
• Assessment:
• - Monitor vital signs, neurological status.

• Care:
• - Prevent pressure ulcers, assist with mobility
and hygiene.

• Education:
• - Educate patients and families about lifestyle
Prevention of Spinal Injuries
• - Use seat belts and helmets.
• - Practice safe lifting techniques.
• - Ensure proper workplace ergonomics.
Conclusion
• - Spinal injuries can have severe physical,
emotional, and financial impacts.
• - Early diagnosis and management play a key
role in improving outcomes.
• - Nurses have a crucial role in providing
holistic care and support.
References
• (Add 2-3 credible references, such as
textbooks or journal articles.)

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